Crystal from Rock Springs, WY

what i have learned at western is well worth the money i have put towards my education.

What to do for fun

there is dances, student government funded activities, movie nights, and there is bowling off campus, the rec center, and some students hold events off campus at their own houses. for example, some have dance and karaoke nights on the kinect and xbox.

Food and Dining

the food is alright at the cafeteria, but they also have a t-rex where you can order other choices as well as get salads, drinks, coffee, ect. the food there isn't so bad.

Dorm Life

i do not live on campus, but the friends that do live there, i would say it is a great opportunity for other individuals to get to know others and make new friends.

Academic Rigor

this a great place to learn. i am proud to say that the peer tutor center is a wonderful place for me to get help and i would recommend anyone to them.

Tips for prospective students

don't fear not knowing anything. the peer tutor center is a great help. also please remember that you are not alone if you don't understand. go to all events, as some instructors accept extra credit for most events, but they are a great way to get to know what western is all about. you also get to meet some new friends.

In three sentences

western is a great start for those not sure what to major in. it is also a great place for those who can't afford a more expensive college. the people at western are a wonderful group and are fantastic to work with and i am proud to be a student here.

Amber from Rock Springs, WY

Security is on duty 24/7. The security staff is friendly and easy to get a hold of. They will respond to any complaint even if it leads to a dead end.

Clubs and Activities

The RA's, ASG, WAC, and RHA are always putting on events for people to be involved in. They are fun and educational events that allow people to get out of their room and away from their homework.

Great for these types of students

Western is great for any students looking to transfer to a 4 year college and for nursing students.

Bang for the buck

I think that Western is worth every penny and it is cheap compared to a lot of other schools. The teachers and atmosphere make it worth the money.

What to do for fun

There are plenty of intermurals to be a part of in your free time, and there is also a great pool to go and hang out at when you are bored. Also there are pool and ping pong tables that residents can use when they have free time.

Food and Dining

The food service is not great, but it keeps you alive. The food ladies are never happy but they still serve you food.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is pretty good. It makes you get out there are meet new people. Also, there is activities that go on almost every week, so there is always something to do.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor depends on the class and the teacher. Some classes are really hard and make you think while other are easier. Even with the hard classes though the teachers are willing to help you if you are struggling or have questions.

Tips for prospective students

Get involved early. Involve yourself in all of the on-campus activities, and make lots of new friends. Take classes that you like so that you are motivated to do well in them.

In three sentences

Western has great academics and amazing teachers. The atmosphere is friendly, and the teachers care about you. You get to get out and meet a lot of new people.

Crystal from Rock Springs, WY

The college has security that will walk you to your car when it gets dark out and he is always patrolling the campus.

Clubs and Activities

There are many clubs with activities that go on in this college. I am sorry but with me working full time and being a full time student I do not know the different clubs. I do know there is always something going on to help keep the students busy.

Great for these types of students

International students are encouraged and welcomed to attend this college.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The T-Rex is a great place to eat and to meet your classmates at. This is right in front of the book store and had a very large open space for any events that come up that requires seating space.

Bang for the buck

I truely love this college. Students are from around the world, so there are many different flags hanging to show where are different students are from. Everyone (staff, students) are so friendly and helpful.

What to do for fun

There are plenty of school activities, a gym to work out in, a indoor swimming pool, also a activities room with 2 pool tables, music and a dart board.

Food and Dining

The dinning hall is large with great food and there is the T-Rex that has the best burgers in town.

Dorm Life

There are many dorms with different style of rooms to pick from. It will be cheaper to live in the dorms. You will be close to the college, shopping and the city bus system.

Academic Rigor

The counselor's will go over everything to help you decide on your major if you have not decided yet. Then they will help you get on the right track to achieve you goal.

Tips for prospective students

Do not let any fear stop you from checking out college, there will always be someone to talk and work you through anything that arises.

In three sentences

Western Wyoming Community College has the freindlest staff that will help anyone with any questions that you may have, they have the answers. They have great study labs, with awesome people to help you. Students will enjoy the food services and any of the many college events.

Desiree from Star Valley Ranch, WY

I do all of my classes online so, I am not sure what there is to do for fun on campus.

Food and Dining

I do not live on campus so, I am not sure how the food and dining is.

Dorm Life

I do not live on campus so I am not sure how the dorm life is.

Academic Rigor

This is a very accommodating school and wants to see their students success.

Tips for prospective students

The only tips that I have for prospective students is not to use the outreach center in Afton, Wyoming for their education questions. The lady's that work there do not have a clue at what it is that they are doing. Just contact the school directly.

In three sentences

Western Wyoming Community College is an excellent school to attend. I take all of my classes online and all of the staff at the college are very helpful to me to obtain my degree. I would recommend Western Wyoming Community College to anyone that is looking to attend a two year college.

Ashli from Rock Springs, WY

08/21/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Security guards work 'round the clock and smile when they pass by in the hall

Clubs and Activities

A lot of the groups/clubs are invitation only International Student Association SFX & Film Club Spanish Club Student Nurse Association The art club Video Game Production Computer club Motivational Club Mustang Express Newspaper WWCC/RS Writers' Group LGBT

Great for these types of students

If someone is looking for a credible college that is relatively small, this is a good place to go. There are usually about 20 people to a class so needing help one on one with the instructor is not difficult.

What to do for fun

There is a small activity room that contains a pool table and a few other games. The dorms usually have parties like laser tag and dances, but I think they might be exclusively for those who live in the dorms. The weight room and swimming pool are open almost every day. There are pep rallies, sports, and plays that the theatre club puts on every so often.

Food and Dining

The two cafeterias have decent food, but one of them is only open certain hours. The other cafeteria always has the same food but there are a lot of choices. There's also a little starbucks in the cafeteria

Dorm Life

I haven't lived in the dorms

Tips for prospective students

If you start falling behind, just let the instructors know and they are usually more than willing to help you out with deadlines, tutoring, and one on one help.

In three sentences

Teachers and staff are extremely helpful and accessible outside the classroom for extra help. The building is always kept clean and everything has been in working order and there are many departments where a student can find help (counseling center, library, peer support groups, etc.) I do, however, wish there were more activities for students who do not participate in sports.

Jose from Evans, CO

11/04/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

12 of 19

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Greek Life

No greek life at all.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The western Wyoming men's 2012 soccer team just won region for the first time ever for the school so we started a tradition. We bought about 20 bottles if sparkling cider and sprayed the cider everywhere.

In three sentences

This school is a really great school. The students are fun and they know how to have fun. The town is boring though that's the one disadvantage for this place.

This was not applicable for me, however my wife enjoyed it thoroughly.

Academic Rigor

The difficulty is much better than some schools out there.

Tips for prospective students

Apply for as many scholarships as you can. Get to know the students and teachers around you. An associates degree will always transfer even if the classes there in will not.

In three sentences

Western Wyoming Community College is a wonderful starter college. You can get a wide variety of classes for a low tuition. Class sizes are small enough that teachers can learn who their students are by name.

Norma from Afton, WY

Although I have not been, I have heard no bad. All the students seem to feel safe and secure. No major issues have been reported in the 3 years I have attended.

Clubs and Activities

They have many great clubs. Some of my favorite is the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. They do many great things to raise money and help those in need.

Bang for the buck

ONLINE. I am an online student. The teachers, for the most part, are very tentative. When something needs fixed, answered, or restated they will do it. Usually very promptly. They are also strict, but willing to help if issues arise.

What to do for fun

Study, talk with other students, and read.

Food and Dining

Again, no experience, but have heard it is very accommodating.

Dorm Life

I don't have personal experience; but I have heard it is amazing.

Academic Rigor

Teachers, most, are very strict. But they will be lenient on accidents. They will not hold you accountable unless negativities are purposeful.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure to find teachers that tend to have little openings. They are usually the better of the teachers, and spend more time helping, especially online.

In three sentences

WWCC is a great experience and hold many online offerings. I have enjoyed it immensely.

Mariah from Mountain View, WY

Western offers the best hands on teaching staff and amount of information for an extremely affordable price. You will be able to find another school this incredibly affordable and fulfilling.

What to do for fun

At Western Wyoming community college you will never be questioning what to do. When you are not studying or in classes, there is several activities to take part in such as the school dances, game days, or even just hanging out in the game room.

Food and Dining

The food at Western Wyoming Community college is the exact opposite of the everyday cafeteria food. Eating at in Westerns cafeteria feels exactly the same as if you were eating in a restaurant. The food is always fresh and tastes like it came from your mom's kitchen.

Dorm Life

I have friends that stay in the dorms at Western Wyoming community college and they are always completely satisfied with every aspect of the dorms. They are affordable, clean, and spacey.

Academic Rigor

Westerns classes are the perfect mix of challenging and doable. Westerns classes will challenge you to learn more but at the same time they are perfectly paced to make sure that you are absorbing the information.

Tips for prospective students

For future students, make sure you ask plenty of questions during the transition from high school to college. The employees at Western will be able to answer all of your questions and will even offer extra advice as to the decisions you should make.

In three sentences

Western Wyoming community college has been incredibly helpful and understanding if all of my educational needs. Because of Western I am able to get a new start in life and get my education for a better future. I give Western Wyoming community college a ten out of ten in every department I've been associated with.

Jason from Utah

Western offers amazing scholarships and is a very cheap. For how good of a school Western is the price is amazing. You will be getting a deal if you go to school at Western.

What to do for fun

Off road in the desert, fish, hunt, rock climb. Flaming Gorge is really close if you want to go to a lake and cliff jump or swim.

Food and Dining

Mitchells is the name of the cafeteria, personally I don't care for their food at all.

Dorm Life

The student body that lives on campus is small, but they are tight knit. There are occasionally things to do that the school sponsors, but sometimes campus life seems a little slow in the dorms.

Academic Rigor

It all seems to depend on your teachers and what classes you take. I have taken classes here that were very easy. I have also taken classes that have really challenged me.

Tips for prospective students

Bring warm clothes and a positive attitude, your experience here is what you make of it.

In three sentences

Western is a great school with many academic opportunities. One great thing is the small atmosphere, the teachers are very helpful and accommodating. It is really cold in the winter, but a great place to be!

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